Playground Equipment Single Parallel Bar Ladder



Playground Equipment Single Parallel Bar Ladder is a freestanding overhead climber for ages 5-12 that rethinks the traditional monkey bar design. Instead of separate rungs, kids grip a single continuous bar that runs the length of the structure, letting them slide their hands forward at their own pace. Holds 5-10 children with a 96" fall height and a 19' 11" x 16' use zone. Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards.

BEST FOR: I'd recommend the Single Parallel Bar Ladder for schools and parks looking for an upper-body challenge that kids of different skill levels can handle. Since there are no fixed rungs, younger or less confident children can inch along while stronger kids can take big swings forward.

At a Glance

  • Ages 5-12 years
  • Capacity: 5-10 children
  • Single continuous overhead bar design
  • Self-paced traversal -- no fixed rung spacing
  • Fall height: 96"
  • Use zone: 19' 11" x 16'
  • Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene components
  • Available in Primary, Neutral, and Custom color schemes
  • ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 compliant

What Makes the Playground Equipment Single Parallel Bar Ladder Stand Out?

What makes this different from a standard monkey bar set is the single continuous bar. Kids grip it and slide forward at whatever pace feels comfortable, so you don't get the frustration of a child who can't quite reach the next rung. It still builds upper-body and grip strength -- arguably more so, since there is no resting point between rungs.

The frame is powder-coated steel with polyethylene components rated for years of commercial outdoor use. We stock it in Primary, Neutral, and Custom color schemes. If you want to pair it with other freestanding climbers on your site, call us at 201-670-4000.

CAPACITY: 5-10 Kids, ages 5-12 Years.

USE ZONE: 19' 11"W x 16'L — plan your site layout accordingly.

FALL HEIGHT: 96". Requires appropriate safety surfacing.

MATERIALS: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components.

CERTIFICATIONS: ASTM F1487 and CPSC Guidelines #325 compliant.

Specifications

  • Model: PTC014
  • Category: Commercial Playgrounds
  • Age Range: 5-12 Years
  • Capacity: 5-10 Kids
  • Fall Height: 96"
  • Use Zone: 19' 11"W x 16'L
  • Materials: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components
  • Certifications: ASTM F1487, CPSC Guidelines #325

Shipping & Installation

Shipping and professional installation are quoted separately. Contact NJ Swingsets & Playgrounds for a complete quote including delivery and installation. We are located in Midland Park, NJ and provide installation services in New Jersey, parts of New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Nationwide shipping available.

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